Creating a Job Manually

When to Use Manual Creation

Create a job manually

The manual job form is ideal when you:

• Have very specific requirements that benefit from structured input
• Are posting a technical or niche service where the AI might misclassify the category
• Want to carefully review and set each field individually
• Are duplicating a previous job with minor adjustments
• Prefer a traditional form-based interface over a chat

Both the AI assistant and manual form produce identical job listings — the difference is only in how you create them.

Step 1: Choose a Service Category

Create a job manually

Begin by selecting the service category that best describes your job:

1. Click Post a Job → Create Manually
2. Browse the category list (Cleaning, Handyman, Caregiving, Gardening, Moving, etc.)
3. Select a subcategory for more precision (e.g., under Cleaning: Regular Cleaning, Deep Cleaning, Move-Out Cleaning)

Choosing the right category is important — providers filter available jobs by their service categories, so an incorrect category will result in fewer or irrelevant applications.

Step 2: Job Title and Description

Create a job manually

Write a clear, descriptive title and description:

Title (required): Keep it under 80 characters and include the key task — e.g., "Deep clean of 2-bedroom apartment, 4 hours"

Description (required): Describe the scope of work in detail. Include:

• What areas or items need attention
• Any specific instructions or preferences
• Materials you will provide vs. what the provider should bring
• Accessibility information (stairs, locked gate, parking)
• Whether pets are present

A detailed description reduces misunderstandings and attracts better-matched providers.

Step 3: Set Your Schedule

Create a job manually

Choose when you need the job done:

• Date: Pick a specific date from the calendar, or select Flexible if you have a range of available dates
• Time: Choose a start time or select Flexible
• Duration: Estimate how many hours the job will take
• Urgency: Toggle Urgent if you need the job done within 24–48 hours — urgent jobs display a badge that increases visibility

Providers will apply with their available dates, so being flexible on timing usually results in more applications.

Step 4: Set Your Budget

Create a job manually

Choose one of the three budget options:

• Budget Range: Enter the minimum and maximum amounts you are prepared to pay
• Fixed Budget: Enter one flat total for the job
• Let providers suggest a price: Use this when you do not know the budget yet. No amount or range is required, and the job displays Budget: Not Set. Providers can propose a price when applying; discuss the scope and agree on a price with your chosen provider before work begins

HelperGen's platform minimum is $15/hour. Average rates vary by service type — cleaning typically $20–$40/hour, handyman $30–$60/hour, caregiving $25–$45/hour. Providers propose their rate when applying, so a budget range or fixed budget helps set expectations.

Step 5: Location and Photos

Create a job manually

Location: Enter the full address where the job will take place. Start typing and select from the autocomplete suggestions. Your exact address is only revealed to a provider after you hire them — before that, only your general neighbourhood is shown.

Photos (optional but recommended): Upload images to show the scope of work. For example, photos of the rooms to be cleaned, the item to be repaired, or the garden to be maintained. Supported formats: JPEG, PNG, WebP. You can categorize photos (Before, Reference, After).

Step 6: Review and Post

Create a job manually

Before publishing:

1. Review the complete job summary on the confirmation screen
2. Check the date, budget, and location
3. Click Publish Job

Publishing a public job is free. If Private Jobs are available, you can choose Keep this job private on review; the displayed fee is charged when you publish and is not refunded. Your job goes live immediately for providers with access. You can edit any detail after posting as long as no provider has been accepted yet.

Posting Is Free

Create a job manually

Posting a public job, with Gen or with the manual form, does not cost Gen Points. When Private Jobs are available, choosing to publish privately costs the fee shown on screen each time; invitations and category notifications are included, and points are not refunded. You receive 5 Gen Points after each completed job, which you can use for optional features.